September is Baby Safety Month

JPMA Safety House

PLAY YARDS/NON-FULL SIZE CRIBS

Choose a play yard/non-full size cribs with the correct recommended height and weight of the child. The play yard/non-full size cribs, including side rails, should be fully erected prior to use. Always follow the manufacturers instructions.

•    Do not add padding or other objects inside the play yard/non-full size cribs, which permit your child to climb out.
•    Make sure all latching features of the play yard/non-full size cribs are in place and secure.
•    NEVER leave baby in a mesh play yard/non-full size cribs if its drop side is in the down position. The baby could roll into the space between the pad and loose mesh, causing suffocation.
•    Choose a play yard/non-full size cribs with mesh holes no larger than 1/4”. Slats on a wooden play yard/non-full size cribs should be no more than 2 3/8” apart.
•    Check vinyl or fabric-covered rails frequently for holes and tears.
•    Don’t tie items across the top of the play yard/non-full size cribs as they can entangle baby and cause strangulation.
•    Look for the JPMA Certification Seal.